2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Buick Regal

To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 293 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo GT 2012 Buick Regal
Make Alfa Romeo Buick
Model GT Regal
Year Released 2003 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 162 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4900 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4831 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1483 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2738 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.3 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 68 L


 

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